Dig beyond your usual Mariah Carey and Michael Bublé records—explore some deeper cuts this holiday season
Christmas is a festive ocassion that celebrates some of our most precious traditions, be it Noche Buena, Secret Santa exchanges, or silly games with the family. However, it can also be the season of cheesy, overplayed jingles. Whether you're looking to expand your portfolio of holiday tunes or you're nearing your limit of All I Want for Christmas Is You repeats, these seven unique holiday records will refresh the soundtrack to your holiday festivities— and better yet, they're all available on vinyl. Gather 'round the turntable in Christmas merriment and enjoy the sounds of Elvis Presley, Sufjan Stevens, and more talented artists.
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1. Elvis' Christmas Album (1957)
You may know him as the King of Rock and Roll, but Elvis Presley is also well-loved for his collection of Christmas jingles. In fact, Elvis' Christmas Album, initially released in 1957, has sold over 10 million copies and is known to be the “biggest-selling Christmas album of all time in the United States.” His popular rendition of Blue Christmas features in the six-piece album, which sets a sombre mood for a romantic slow dance with a loved one, while upbeat tracks like Santa Bring My Baby Back (To Me) might invite some rubber legs after a drink or two.
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